BARTON ASSOCIATES
Physician / Psychiatry / Georgia / Locum tenens / Physician - Child & Adolescent
BARTON ASSOCIATES, Georgia, United States
We are seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist for a 51-day locum tenens assignment in Georgia. This opportunity begins on Aug 4, 2025, and offers a flexible part-time schedule, ideally 16 - 24 hours weekly, with possibilities for night shifts. The Psychiatrist will be responsible for comprehensive patient evaluations, follow-up care, and medication management.
Job Details
Responsibilities and Duties
Additional Information
Benefits
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
Job Details
- Location: Georgia
- Start Date: Aug 4, 2025
- LOA: 51 days
- Provider Type Needed: Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
- Schedule: Flexible, part-time (16 - 24 hours weekly); ideal night shift 3pm - 7pm, open to other timings within normal business hours 8:15am - 5pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Conduct initial evaluations for new patients (1 hour per new eval)
- Manage follow-ups with current patients (30 min each; 45 min for complicated cases)
- Oversee comprehensive medication management
- Utilize the EMR system myAvatar for documentation and management
Additional Information
- Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Valid DEA certification required
- Must hold or be able to obtain a Georgia medical license
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.